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Uzma Zaffar

Vice Principal - Compliance Safeguarding Staff 

At Doha College, our community is at the heart of everything we do. Whether it’s through supporting learning, celebrating our diverse cultures, or building lasting connections between families, we know that the strength of our school lies in the active involvement of our parent body.

I am very excited to announce the launch of three new parent volunteer groups, designed to help bring our community even closer together. These groups offer a wonderful opportunity for parents to contribute their time, skills, and enthusiasm – and we would love as many of you as possible to get involved.

DC Volunteer

This group will bring together parents who are keen to support a wide range of College activities and events. Volunteers might assist with:

1. Primary or Secondary Parents Event Group

2. Curriculum enrichment (e.g. contributing to the CCA programme, sharing expertise at Aspirations Evening or offering work experience placements)

3. Creative support for drama productions (e.g. set and costume design)

4. Helping at College-wide celebrations such as Spring Festival, International Day, St George’s Day and Qatar National Day

Whatever your interest or availability, there are opportunities to get involved and make a difference.

DC Fundraising

This group will focus on supporting the College’s fundraising initiatives, helping to raise money for both College projects and charitable causes. This could include:

1. Organising or running nearly new uniform sales, bake sales, tuck shops or ice cream stalls

2. Supporting events at sports fixtures and other school gatherings

3. Helping to share updates with the wider community about the impact of funds raised

4. Even a small contribution of your time can help generate a big impact.

DC Social

This group will help to shape a calendar of enjoyable and inclusive social events for both parents and pupils. Possible activities include:

1. Welcoming and supporting new families joining the College

2. Organising parent socials, quizzes, book clubs, sports groups, and arts-based activities

3. Coordinating cultural and community events that reflect the richness and diversity of our school

This group will also work to ensure that all cultural and religious backgrounds are represented and supported, helping every family to feel part of our vibrant community.  These three groups will replace the Friends of Doha College. I would like to thank all those who have volunteered their time during FDC's operation. 

If you are interested in volunteering for any of these groups – whether as a regular supporter or just for specific events – please do get in touch. Your involvement, no matter how big or small, will help to make our school community stronger, more connected, and even more dynamic.

To register your interest, please contact our Development, Alumni and Events Manager, Rashmi, at rarora@dohacollege.com.

Together, we can continue to build something truly special!

David Tongue
Principal 

We are delighted to let you know that our Co-Curricular Activities (CCAs) will launch on 31 August 2025. As we look forward to another exciting year, we would like to share some important dates and updates about how we will be scheduling CCAs going forward.

Updated CCA Schedule

To better align with the school calendar and seasonal changes, we will no longer refer to activities as Term 1, 2, and 3. Instead, we are introducing a new schedule format:

Schedule A Schedule B                     Schedule C

7th September- 23rd October 2nd November -4th December (Stops for Winter Break)     12th April-25th June

11th January- 5th February (Commences after Winter Break)

New Activities 

We are also thrilled to announce the launch of two brand-new CCAs: Sailing and Golf! These exciting additions will offer students the chance to try something new, build valuable skills, and enjoy time outdoors.

For more information about all our external providers, including detailed activity descriptions, please click the ‘ DC External CCA Providers’ button below.

Thank you for your continued support. We wish you a wonderful summer break and encourage you to stay connected over the holidays for important CCA updates and reminders. We look forward to welcoming everyone back for another fantastic year of activities! 

Ondrea McSwiggan

Director of Co-Curricular Activities & Head of MFL Primary

• Schedule A: Up to October half term

• Schedule B: Second half of Term 1 through to the start of Ramadan (capturing the cooler weather period)

• Schedule C: After the spring break, until the end of term. 

We’re thrilled to share a sneak preview of the international trips planned for the upcoming academic year! These enriching opportunities will allow our pupils to explore new countries, step outside their comfort zones, and create unforgettable memories with their peers.

From language immersion experiences and subject-specific enrichment to adventure-based learning and guided cultural tours, each trip has been carefully selected to support personal growth, global awareness, and curriculum-linked learning. Whether trekking through scenic landscapes, exploring world heritage sites, or participating in international competitions, our pupils will return with broadened horizons and increased confidence.

More details will be shared in Term 1 — so stay tuned! 

Uzma Zaffar

Vice Principal - Compliance Safeguarding Staff